10 Downing Street: Prime Minister Starmer supports U.S. President Trump’s efforts to end the conflict with Iran

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has acknowledged U.S. President Donald Trump’s efforts to de-escalate tensions with Iran, despite expressing reservations about the language used by the U.S. leader. In a recent statement to Parliament, Starmer condemned Trump’s remarks suggesting that a “whole civilisation” would die unless Iran ended the conflict, calling such rhetoric “wrong” and emphasizing that the UK government would not adopt similar phrasing. However, Starmer has welcomed the ongoing diplomatic efforts between the U.S. and Iran, noting that swift resolution remains a priority for the UK.

The UK has opted not to participate in the enforcement of the U.S.-led naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route, and has instead focused on diplomatic initiatives to restore the flow of commercial traffic. Starmer reiterated the UK’s commitment to staying out of direct military involvement in the conflict while supporting international efforts to ensure the safety of shipping lanes.

The conflict has already had a measurable impact on global energy markets, with oil prices rising due to the disruption of shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. In response, the UK government is preparing to address potential cost-of-living pressures, with plans to be announced following an emergency Cobra meeting involving senior ministers and the Bank of England. The government is considering targeted measures to curb profiteering in the energy sector and is finalizing a new anti-profiteering framework to support regulators.

While Starmer has faced criticism from some quarters for not allowing the U.S. to use UK bases for initial strikes on Iran, he has maintained that any UK involvement must be grounded in international law and serve the national interest. The government continues to emphasize the importance of lawful and strategic decision-making in its approach to the conflict.